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REVEALED: Starling bank - The Real Truth

UK banks' lack of Mythos access a wake-up call, government AI adviser says

Harriet Rees, chief information officer at Starling Bank, who was appointed "AI champion" by the finance ministry in January, said Britain needed to build AI infrastructure and models, and develop skills so "we are not fully reliant on U.S. tech providers."

The Economic Times

Starling Bank to cut 130 jobs and boost investment in AI to reduce costs

The London-based fintech says restructuring is necessary to reduce ‘duplicate’ roles

The Guardian - UK

New AI feature can help break scammers’ ‘spells’, says Starling Bank

Starling Assistant can detect the initial signs of scams and ask questions, the bank said.

Evening Standard

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Why finally tackling the life admin you’re putting off boosts wellbeing

Staying on top of admin has huge benefits for your money and your mind.

The Independent UK

Gen Z couples ‘most likely to argue about finances and keep money secrets’

Hidden bank accounts, secret purchases and misrepresenting income were among the secrets being kept under wraps, Starling Bank said.

Evening Standard

The four most common scams targeting older people – and how to avoid them

Some scammers will even mirror the hold music your bank uses

The Independent UK

Starling Bank launches AI tool for customers to spot purchase scams

The digital bank said it was the first feature of its kind to be rolled out by a UK bank.

The Independent UK

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7 Challenger Banks That Are Outperforming High‑Street Banks in 2025

Explore seven challenger banks outpacing high‑street banks in 2025. From Monzo's transparency to Revolut's global reach, discover how these digital innovators are reshaping banking for the modern customer.

International Business Times UK

Starling pays out fivefold bonus sum despite FCA fine and Covid loan errors

Staff get £24.6m after year in which bank was penalised for ‘shockingly lax’ controls and profits fell 25% to £223m

The Guardian - UK

Starling Bank profits slide after FCA fine and Covid loan issues

The bank reported a pre-tax profit of £223 million for 2024, down 26% from the £301 million made the prior year.

Evening Standard

Best and Worst Banks Revealed – And Lloyds and NatWest Didn’t Make the Cut

The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has released its latest survey rankings, spotlighting the banks that are excelling and those that are falling short.

The Fashion Central

Bank overtakes Monzo to become Britain’s favourite

Chase, which entered the personal current account market just six months ago, secured the top spot

The Independent UK

Chase overtakes Monzo as Britain’s favourite bank, survey shows

The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) published the findings of its latest survey of some 23,000 people.

Evening Standard

Loyalty to account providers does not pay, savers warned following base rate cut

The Bank of England base rate cut has sparked calls for savers to shop around.

The Independent UK

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The Guardian - UK

A classic case of when the law is an ass

Brief letters: Birth certificate error | Museum chairs | Perfect pets | Starling Bank | Guardian Christmas wrapping

Fortune

Staff at a British bank are quitting their ‘grey corporate hellscape’ after CEO demands they come to the office

Starling Bank operates entirely online—however, it's 3,000-plus-strong workforce will be required to come into the office more.

The Independent UK

Staff ‘quit challenger bank Starling’ after being told to return to office

Raman Bhatia, who took over as chief executive in March, told staff he wants them in the office for a minimum of 10 days a month

The Guardian - UK

Starling Bank staff resign after new chief executive calls for more time in-office

Exclusive: Staff complain Raman Bhatia is creating ‘grey corporate hellscape’ and offices already lack desk space

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The Guardian - UK

Starling Bank is simply not fit to float

Damning report into financial crime controls revealed a shambles at the top and surely ends any dream of a flotation soon

The Guardian - UK

Starling Bank fined £29m for ‘shockingly lax’ financial crime controls

Challenger bank apologises after City regulator says lack of checks ‘left system wide open to criminals and those subject to sanctions’

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AI Voice-Cloning Scams Target Millions, Warns UK Bank

Learn how fraudsters are using AI to clone voices, putting millions at risk of scams. Protect yourself with a 'safe phrase' for verification.

The Guardian - UK

Warning social media videos could be exploited by scammers to clone voices

Research released by Starling Bank finds 28% of people have been targeted at least once in the past year

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